GRE Word List
ENGULF
to flow over and enclose : overwhelm
The meaning of the word engulf is to flow over and enclose : overwhelm.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| debut | a first appearance |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| derivation | the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix) |
| herd | a typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| beholden | being under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted |
| myopic | affected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted |
| unfeigned | not feigned or hypocritical : genuine |
| kernel | the inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |